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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a unique dual-screen experience with a touch-enabled secondary display, along with a long battery life, which could be helpful for multitasking and general use. On the other hand, the newer MSI Bravo 15 has a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, a higher refresh rate display for smoother visuals, and hardware features tailored to gaming and intensive engineering software. The MSI is also built to handle 3D rendering and machine learning tasks more effectively. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal if portability and all-day battery are your priorities. Both laptops come at a similar price point, so your decision should be based on your primary use case—multitasking and portability for the ASUS, or gaming and performance-intensive tasks for the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 uses integrated graphics, which can handle light gaming and 3D tasks but falls short for intensive gaming due to its lower capability compared to dedicated graphics cards, and it has a standard screen refresh rate, which isn't optimal for fast-paced gaming. Conversely, the MSI Bravo 15 is equipped with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, better suited for gaming and 3D applications, and features a higher refresh rate screen which provides smoother visuals during gaming.
Engineering and Design
6.6
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a high-resolution touch screen and uses an Intel i7 CPU with integrated graphics, making it appealing for engineering tasks and graphic design that require a high-quality display and capable processing power, while being more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller form factor.
Screen Quality
6.8
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for engineering and design, and software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 boasts a high-resolution display with vibrant colors and sharpness, pairing well with its sufficient brightness, making it great for everyday tasks and enjoying media. Its wide color gamut satisfies the precision requirements for engineering and design, ensuring colors appear true-to-life and consistent. However, its lower refresh rate can hinder the fluidity necessary in gaming and 3D modeling, where fast-paced visuals are key, falling short for those specific needs.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.7
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a lighter and more compact frame compared to the MSI Bravo 15, making it more portable, and it provides a better battery life which is essential for users on-the-go. However, the MSI Bravo 15, with a more powerful dedicated graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, may be better suited for tasks like gaming and other graphics-intensive applications, despite its heavier build and shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.0
6.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to be good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Cost
$999
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $999.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 314 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
MSI Bravo 15
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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